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2002 Ford Focus vs 2002 Toyota Camry Solara

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2002 Ford Focus2002 Toyota Camry Solara
NHTSA complaints93960
Recall campaigns10
Service bulletins (TSBs)143107
Investigations53
Crash reports8220
Fire reports200
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2820–24
Median reported mileage54,000 mi70,008 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FocusToyota Camry Solara
Electrical System2771
Suspension1091
Engine and Engine Cooling1034
Air Bags7212
Service Brakes, Hydraulic646
Tires623
Power Train585
Fuel System, Gasoline582

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling1190
Vibration / shaking460
Hesitation / surging240
Rust / corrosion230
Won’t start170
Check engine light170
Loss of power140
Water leaks90

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.